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ELECTRIC CHAINSAW
HOMELITE EL12 AND EL16
SAFETY
INFORMATION
Continued
IMPORTANT: Make certain you
read and understand all Safety
Warnings on pages 2 through 4.
Improper use of this chain saw
can cause severe injury or death
from fire, electrical shock, body
contact with moving chain, or
falling wood.
Power Cord
Rear Hand
Guard
Rear
Handle
Front Hand
Guard
Guide Bar
Spike
Saw
Chain
Figure 2 - Electric Chain Saw
Safe•T•Tip
®
Anti-Kickback
Device
Oil Cap
Trigger
Switch
Lockout
Motor
Housing
Oil Level Sight Hole
(located on saw body,
hidden by front handle)
Front Handle
PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE OF CHAIN SAW
1.
Unplug chain saw from power source
• when not in use
• before moving from one place to an-
other
• before servicing
• before changing accessories or at-
tachments
2.
Inspect chain saw before and after each
use. Check saw closely if guard or other
part has been damaged. Check for any
damage that may affect operator safety
or operation of saw. Check for align-
ment or binding of moving parts. Check
for broken or damaged parts. Do not
use chain saw if damage affects safety
or operation. Have damage repaired by
authorized service center.
3.
Maintain chain saw with care.
• Never expose saw to rain.
• Keep chain sharp, clean, and lubri-
cated.
• Follow steps outlined in this manual
to sharpen chain.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of
oil.
• Keep all screws and nuts tight.
• Inspect power cord often. If dam-
aged, have repaired by authorized
service center.
• Never carry chain saw by power cord.
• Never yank power cord to unplug it.
• Keep power cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
• Inspect extension cords often and
replace if damaged.
4.
When servicing, use only identical re-
placement parts.
5.
Always store chain saw
• in a high or locked place, out of
children’s reach
• in a dry place
• in a carrying case or with scabbard
over guide bar
Keep this manual for reference. It is your
guide to safe and proper operation of this
chain saw.
UNPACKING
1.
Remove all items from carton.
2.
Check all items for any shipping dam-
age. If you find any damage or if any
parts are missing, promptly inform
dealer where you bought chain saw.
